IMPLEMENTATION OF A SMART HOUSE

APPLICATION USING WIRELESS SENSOR

NETWORKS
Ismail MOHAMMED1 and Erkan DUMAN2
1
P.G. Student, Department of Information Technology, Technical College of
Informatics, Sulaimani Polytechnic University, Sulaimani, Iraq
2
Asst. Professor, Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering,
Firat University, 23119 Elaz, Turkey

ABSTRACT
Digitisation and automation are becoming increasingly prevalent in our daily lives, both inside
and outside the house. They are all attempts to simplify, use easily, monitor and be aware of any
devices in a house that are connected to the system. These automated systems can be an
alternative to other home manual settings. Smart homes are rarely found in my country, iraq.
Peoples unfamiliarity with them, the lack of use, the costs and a failure to see the importance of
such systems are all possible explanations for this. Nowadays, it is generally advancing very
rapidly, the internet and smart phones in particular. Using such technology and devices is
inevitable and difficult to avoid. Such smart systems are able to indicate and control light,
temperature, dew point, gas flow, fire ignition, opening doors and buzzing alarms. Now, as iot is
emerging more widely than before, it is expected that IOT will become more prevalent and
occupy wider areas of the world. IOT enables a better connection among devices in a smart
home or to other smart systems via the internet and WSN. In this paper, a smart home via smart
phones and pcs will be explained. Controlling and indicating electrical and electronic devices
in houses and buildings will also be presented.

KEYWORDS
Smart home, IoT, Arduino Mega2560 and UNOR3, Ethernet Shield 5100, WSNs, sensors, GSM,
Wi-Fi ESP8266-12E, 01, Solar Tracker.

1. INTRODUCTION
A smart home is an automated and intelligent home which can be designed and set due to the
technology being used [1]. Smart homes can be programmed to fit the clients needs.
Programming can lead to a fully automated system where every device in the home can
communicate with others via sensors. A smart home can provide good security, convenience,
entertainment, good communication, economy and an information system [2].

Different smart house systems have been created where the control is through Android
applications, Bluetooth, WIFI, web, call and/or short message administrations (SMS) based

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through GSM808. WIFI capability is great and the vast majority of current devices can be
connected easily and co-ordinated so as to reduce the system's costs. Bluetooths range, however,
limits its usage to inside the home [3].

Several methods can be used to secure a smart home, such as: RFID, Password or fingerprint.
These smart homes serve well in pre-alarming and controlling the temperature, air-conditioning,
bulbs equipped with sensors, gas detecting sensors and flame sensors. As well as all this, a smart
home alerts the home owner to thieves and burglars, several unwanted conditions with the use of
IR waves. Furthermore, smart home sensors take advantage of different ranges of electromagnetic
waves including GSM, IR, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. With these different frequencies a homes
devices are connected in a Wireless Home Area Network (WHAN)[4]

It is also important in this project to alert homeowners to any unwanted events and intruders who
might try to enter the house without legal permission. The alert can be given via a ring to a phone,
an SMS or an email. More interestingly, the system can be set to alert governmental and national
bodies about unwanted accidents in cases when the owner of the house might be travelling to
another country. In this way, fire fighters can reach the home and tackle a fire even without the
help of the homeowner. Another aspect of this project is to involve the smart house in the
upcoming era of the Internet of Things (IoT). Thus, different sections of the house can be
accessed via a phone, tablet or PCs [5]. The programs of the system can easily be edited and
updated and its problems fixed properly. WHAN, which is established via a Wireless Sensor
Network (WSN) and an IP, is granted to each peripheral to run the system via the internet too [6].
Having this access remotely enables the homeowner to perform preparation, such as turning an
air conditioner ON for their return while they are away from home. Two types of Wi-Fi have
been used: ESP8266 -01,12E. Each of these is important. An Ethernet shield and Router can be
used as a third way. A smart home reduces the use of electric energy or can use alternative
energy, such as solar energy [7]. It reduces costs and is environmentally friendly [8].

As an Iraqi student I study in Turkey and encountered several problems regarding establishing
this project. In Iraq, such systems are new and a smart home designer usually faces numerous
problems, like inability to get hold of the pieces for the project, high prices and unreliable
delivery of the parts for a project. Such homes are very important for our country in terms of
security, economy and a proper use of electricity. Such systems would work very well for those
who are disabled and have lost their limbs in the continuous battles in our country [9].

In this paper, a prototype of a smart home is presented. Generally, the system consists of these
parts: WiFi, IR, Keypad, GSM, Ethernet shield, Arduino (Uno and Mega), humidity,
Temperature, Gas sensor, Flame sensor, ESP8266-01,12E, Buzzer, PIR and LCD.Numerous trials
been carried out before the results of this paper were presented [10].

2. RELATED WORK
2.1. Smart Home System

Our system runs with Operating Systems (OS) such as Android and the Internet of Things (IoT),
which are well known to those who deal with such systems. We have endeavoured to abide by the
limitations of commonly used systems. Comfort, security and flexibility are some common
features of the system [11]. This system is able to work with android phones, laptops, tablets or a
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PC. The main components are: a board of Arduino (MEGA 2560& Uno R3), which can be called
the brain of the system, a Router, Wi-Fi (Node MCU-ESP8266-12E and ESP8266-01) with a
good range, an IR device, an Ethernet shield (network interface W5100), a GSM device and a
User device with an Android OS, such as smartphone or computer (through the web). These
devices are connected through either the internet or Wireless Application Protocols (WAP). The
user controls the entire system through an android enabled device (by either a smart phone or
tablet).

The system is also controlled through an IR device (control). This has made the system more
desirable and famous, as it does not necessarily need the internet or a wired connection. The Wi-
Fi network is the main grid. Through it, the instructions of the user are transmitted. Bluetooth and
IR are also used inside the house as alternatives when needed despite their specific importance.
The users necessities are the foundation steps that the system is built upon.

Home appliances are also controlled through a relay circuit, which can be connected to many
house devices, like heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) .

Along with the Arduino and network interface (W5100), the RDIF module and sensors also play
a very important role in the system. An RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) reader and a key
pad are integrated into the system, to sense the state changes of the main door of the house and to
control it (door lock).

RFID is a module to transmit data over a short range. It includes a tag scanner/reader that is
capable of scanning as many tags as we set to it. Every tag has an ID that can be determined
(authorised or not authorised) [12].

All sensors communicate with a microcontroller (where all input data are processed), depending
on the program; the microcontroller decides and sends signals to the user and related relays to
operate the house devices.

Therefore, the flame or smoke detection sensor collaborates with an Arduino, which is attached to
relays that open to the door and operate the fan when the gas or fire spreads inside the home. The
Arduino also signals the buzzer to shoot out and the leads to come on. These all constitute the
(fire alarm system) which can call the owner of the house (ringing) through the GSM system.

The GSM system is also activated by Pyroelectric Infrared Sensor (PIR), which is used to detect
human bodies as it can detect any change in infrared radiation. When a human passes through this
sensor, the temperature in the background will rise from room temperature to the body
temperature and thus motion will be detected; i.e. it detects motion. The motion detector sensor
collaborates with an Arduino and the GSM808, which contain a mini simcard (mobile simcard)
which calls the number saved in the program.

The temperature sensor coordinates with an Arduino that is connected to an LCD and a relay that
controls the heater or an air-conditioning system.

The light detector sensors collaborate with an Arduino which is connected to relays that control
the lamps. Besides these, this system has a photo sensor (photo resistor) which is economic and
friendly to the environment.
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In our work, the essential concepts of the automated house system were included (that is
developing daily).

This system has the ability to expand and be integrated as an up-to-date involved system, so new
devices and more security levels may be added to the systems..

2.2 Wireless Sensor Network (WSNs) :

WSN is a collection of many sensor nodes. Each can sense, process and connect to a
microprocessor unit to work together in a coordinated manner (Figure 1). Physical or
environmental conditions, such as motion, temperature, humidity, smoke and gas, etc., are
monitored by these sensors in a coordinated way [13].

These sensors run through an algorithm to the main control unit (Arduino Node MCU ESP8266-
12E), which has much more computational power and links and acts as the main way that links
the sensor nodes and the end users. The principal features of WSN include power consumption
constraints for node; capability of accommodation with node and communication tasks;
scalability to large devices; ability to resist hard environmental conditions, mobility of node and
variation of nodes [14].

It is the WSN that plays a major part in enabling highly accurate sensor and actuation systems, in
homes, buildings and surrounding spaces, by supplying a trusted, cheap and wide solution. Their
tools can be used in current, as well as future, structures, without significant changes in the
existing infrastructure [15].

Figure 1 WSN Sensors

2.3 The Internet of Things:

The Internet of Things refers to a network of objects where all things are uniquely and universally
addressable, identified and managed by computers and smart phones. It is a collection of
technologies that make it possible to connect things like sensors and actuators to the Internet
(Figure 2) [16][17].

The Internet of Things is defined as an integrated part of the Future Internet and could be defined
as a dynamic global network infrastructure with self-configuring capabilities based on standard
and interoperable communication protocols where physical and virtual things have identities,
physical attributes and virtual personalities, and use intelligent interfaces, and are seamlessly
integrated into the information network [18].
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Figure 2 The Internet of Things image.

2.4 System Block Diagram:

According to the design needs and desires, the system block diagram (Figure 3) is made. Our
block diagram shows all the parts of the system and their functions. The project design follows
the modular approach, using an Arduino Mega 2560 (Atmel 2560) microcontroller. The system
is intended to enhance security, adaptability and effectiveness. The framework is planned to give
ease in everyday life, and additionally spares power and human endeavour. This framework
incorporates Arduino, sensors (like LPG gas, PIR, humidity and temperature), LCD show, LAN,
8 Relays channel, RFID, Keypad, smartphone and PC.

(Figure 3) System Block Diagram.

2.5. System Implementations

2.5.1 Project Flow:

This section explains the steps that need to be undertaken in order to achieve the goal of the
project (Figure 4).
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Figure 4 Project Flow

2.5.2. Hardware Implementation:

This includes PC, Laptop or Tablet, and Smart Phone, Arduino Mega 2560 (Figure 3.2.), Arduino
UNOR3 (Figure 3.2.b), Breadboard Circuit, Ethernet Shield, Router, Led, LCD for Arduino, LDR
Sensor, RFID Card System, Motion sensor, Servomotors, Temperature sensor, GSM Modem,
smoke sensor and LPG gas sensor.

2.5.2.1 Arduino Mega 2560 (Figure 5) and Arduino UNOR3 (Figure 6)

Figure 5 Arduino-Mega2560 Structure. Figure 6 Arduino-UNO Structure.

2.5.2.2 WiFi Shield (ESP8266 WIFI SERIAL TRANSCEIVER):

The ESP8266 Serial-to-WiFi adapter has been widely adopted as a cost-effective solution for IoT
and WiFi-capable devices. We used two types of ESP8266 in our project: MCU Node ESP8266-
12E WIFI (Figure 7 and 8) and ESP8266-01 WIFI [19].

MODULE ESP826-01 is a cheap, high quality WiFi module with potent on-board processing and
storage capacities [20]. (Figure 9).
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Figure 7 ESP8266-12E WIFI SERIAL TRANSCEIVER. Figure 8 ESP8266-12E

Figure 9 Top View of ESP8266-01

2.5.2.3.BluetoothHC-5

Bluetooth is a short field communication technology (less than10 metres) and is considered a low
energy utilisation. It is not appropriate for all our demands. The information transmission rate is
less than that of WI-FI, yet it is still beneficial for our application (720 Kb/s) (Figure 10)[21].

2.5.2.4. SIM808 Module (GPS-GSM-GPRS):

SIM808 module is a GSM, GPRS and GPS three-in-one limit module. In light of the latest
GSM/GPS module SIM808 from SIMCOM, it supports GSM/GPRS Quad-Band framework and
joins GPS innovation for satellite route (shipping). It is controlled by AT charge by methods for
UART and sponsorships 3.3V and 5V clever level(Figure 11)[22].

2.5.2.6. Ethernet Shield (W5100)

In our design, W5100 interface has been used (Figure 12) this uses 0.18 m CMOS technology
and has 16Kbytes of memory (TX/RX buffert) to supply a 10Mb/100Mb Ethernet association
[23].
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Figure 10 Bluetooth HC-5 device Figure 11 SIM808 Module Figure 12 Ethernet shield

2.5.2.7. LAN Cable (Local Area Network):

To get to the web in Arduino LAN connection is required. The LAN speed is considerably
quicker than the wireless speed [24] .

2.5.2.8. LCD Display:

LCD display is used to see the present status of the home devices and the sensors (password and
temperature).

2.5.3. Sensors

The sensors used in this project include: photo resistor (Figure 13 a ), temperature and humidity
sensors (DHT11) (Figure 13 b), flame sensor (Figure 13 c), Gas Sensor (MQ-2) (Figure 13 d)
and Human Body Pyroelectric Infrared Sensor (PIR) (Figure 13 e).

There are many distinctive gas sensors that recognise LPG, CO2, methane and fire. The case
given here utilises the MQ2 sensor to distinguish air quality.

(a). Photo resistor (b). Humidity sensors (DHT11) (c). Flame sensor

(d). Gas Sensor (MQ-2) (e). Human PIR Sensor (anterior and posterior views)

Figure 13 (a, b, c, d and e) Sensors used in the project.

The following flowcharts show different sensors and their connection to the Arduinos and how
temperature, humidity(Figure 14) and gases are detected (Figure 15):
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Figure 14. Flowchart of Temperature and Humidity sensors (DHT11).

Figure 15. Flowchart of LPG gas sensor and Gas Sensor (MQ-2).

Human Body Pyroelectric Infrared Sensor (PIR): (Figure 13.e) feels any difference in IR
radiation. In this manner, it could be utilised to distinguish movement. PIR's IC is BISS0001
Micro Power utilises low-energy CMOS technology. This sensor distinguishes the movement of
an individual. As a human passes through this sensor, the background temperature (room
temperature) will increase (to the body temperature) and in this manner the movement or human
will be recognised [25]. This sensor may be used inside or outside the house. Outside the house:
when the password (entered through a keypad) and/or RFID card (Figure 16) is used correctly,
the buzzer (shooting) will stop, a green light will go on and the main door will be opened. When
an incorrect password is entered or an RFID card is not used or wrongly used, the buzzer remains
working, the red light will go on and the main door will remain closed. Inside the house, when the
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PIR sensor is on, if it recognises any motion the buzzer starts to work and the red light goes on.
The device starts calling the saved mobile numbers (residents or police station).

Figure 16 RFID RC522

The following flowcharts (Figure 17 and 18) show the sequence of detection of any motion by
PIR and LASER, then alarming through sound (buzzer) an, light and GSM :

Figure 17. Flowchart of PIR and Laser Figure 18. Flowchart of PIR

2.5.4. Software Implementation: (SYSTEM SOFTWARE DESIGN)

This part deals with the configuration of the software, program procedures and framework
approaches used in programming the Arduinos in our smart home model. The software program
roles are receiving information and orders, performing distinctive orders, controlling operational
stations and supporting information input/output gates. We have attempted to offer general
thoughts on program stream and usage (see flow charts). We divided our design into various
parts, contingent upon the useful connection between these parts, to be dealt with easily and when
a section or a piece is not working appropriately, it can be detected and treated.

The application created for this work (Arduino IDE 1.8.1) is responsible for the participation,
communication and collaboration between the hardware and the portable PC or smart cell. It has
been written in C language to follow the guidelines of coding for the project. WiFi MCU Node
ESP8266-12E needs a software introduced inside Arduino IDE [26].

First we install the Arduino Software/IDE, then we open the Arduino program IDE, then select
(File), where one can find the (Preferences) Dialog. Choose (Preferences), a (Settings) list will be
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opened, in Additional Boards Manager URLs" add this line and click on "OK":"
http://arduino.esp8266.com/stable/package_esp8266com_index.json "then go to (tools again),
from the list choose (board), select (boards manager) at the top. Select "ESP8266" and install it
[27].

To determine the type of the board, connect the Board to the PC, then select Device Manager in
(my computer). One will see the serial ports in (other devices). Again, select (tools) and choose
the COM number (=serial port). In the same list (i.e. tools), choose type of the board (e.g. Node
MCU ESP8266-12E or Arduino Mega 2560) [28].

The technique used to outline this product is an upper to lower down organised programming
plan. The ports must be defined and determined in the start of the program along with the
installing of required libraries then entering the code then uploading, and after that saving the
code by a name inside the Arduino`s memory.

After the port locations and definitions, the program initially calls various libraries, e.g. Serial
Peripheral Interface (SPI) Library, Ethernet Library, Temperature and Humidity Library and
RFID Library.

Our smart home system software involves programming the Arduino by C and C++ languages
(utilising IDE accompanies the microcontroller itself), and Applications such as Arduino IDE
1.8.1 for windows10, ESP8266 WIFI control, Arduino WIFI control and Arduino Bluetooth
control device for Android smartphones.

The application program is a NET based application. Entering an IP in the URL of the browser
connects the devices to the ESP. The application programs are mindful of setup and arrangement,
and keep up the entire smart home system utilising a database to keep log of smart home system
parts, we utilise XML files to spare system log.

The Arduino programming is through utilising C and C++ languages. Utilising IDE accompanies
the microcontroller itself. Arduino software collects information about events from associated
sensors, then applies activity to devices and what is pre-programmed in the server.

The communication inside the house is through the following:

1-TP-Link Router that boosts wireless network throughout the home, broadcasting the WIFI that
connects MCU Node, ESP8266-12E, ESP8266-01 to smartphone and PC. The Router is also
connected to the Ethernet shield via a cable (RJ-45), connecting it to an Arduino.

2-The GSM 808 communicates with a saved mobile number during any event that reaches an
Arduino through any connected sensors. When you are outside the home, the communication is
through the Internet. Via IoT we can control home devices (e.g. lamps and TV) from far away.
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Table 1.The following table contains the parts of our project:
No Components Sensors Display Wireless Other
Technology
1 PC RFID Card System LCD WiFi ESP8266-01 Registers
2 Smart Mobile LDR Sensor Monitor WiFi Node MCU Coil
Motion sensor ESP8266-12E Switch
3 Tablet Infrared Remote Bluetooth HC-5 Wire
4 Arduino Mega Control IR Transistor
2560 Temperature node Ethernet Shield Breadboard Circuit
5
Light control Router Led
6 Arduino UNO
Door alarm buzzer buzzer
R3 Windows control Servo motors
7
GSM Smoke sensors Solar panel
8 Gas leakage detection tracking system
GPRS
9 Flame Sensor
Ultrasonic Sensor
10
11
12

3. EXPERIMENTAL RESULTS

The planned procedure in building the smart home was successfully applied using equipment
such as: WiFi, Sensor, GSM and Arduino in order to operate and administer all the instruments
properly.

The house can detect any body approaching it through PIR or LDR and Laser.
It can be operated using a personal password by using RFID or Keypad, which turns on a
green light that can be seen in the LCD screen.
After entering the Password or the RFID the door opens automatically and then closes.
In cases of entering incorrect passwords or using the system incorrectly, a red light and a
buzzer turn on to give warning. It enables the user to switch the lights on and off. It also
works automatically by turning the indoor and outdoor lights on when it is dark and
turning all of them off when there is daylight(Figure 19).
It also enables the user to check the temperature and humidity in the house, as well as
working sensitively to detect any strangers entering the house and the existence of any
gas, CO2, or fire. It also operates to take some necessary reactions and giving the user
caution through their mobile phone, as well as operating ventilators and contacting
related parties such as fire rescue services, police and ambulance.
It is worth mentioning that the results can be accessed through web, smart phone and
tablet using Bluetooth, WiFi, and IOT (Figure 21) (Figures 20).
The user can also be informed about the amount of water left in the roof storage tank.
They can also stop water consumption at a certain point, which means controlling water
consumption for the purpose of protecting it as an important national treasure.
Reducing energy consumption, which is vital for the environment and the economy at the
same time, as most of the equipment only works when necessary.
The system is also able to draw and close all the curtains and drapes in the house.
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Using Bluetooth and IR the user is also able to turn on/off and use most of the house
equipment.
All the above-mentioned points facilitate their users in so many aspects which gives them
comfort, protection, security and insurance.
Eventually, by using Solar Tracking generation of light, we managed to obtain more
powers of light. The system is able to search for light automatically in a horizontal and a
vertical way (Figure 22).

In short, this system is able to work with all its pieces through the internet properly and show the
results, as well as performing the tasks using a computer, mobile phone or tablet. It also suggests
different ways to activate and use the system properly.

System (IOT):Android implementation`s capacity for loading and carrying out scripts and
incorporating a library to create and plan the Android application is valuable in our work. Show
the web interface and Android Application Interface that have been used in our system (IOT)
(Figures 19 (a, b, c, and d)).

Figure 19. The result of this Control the Home

(a) ESP8266-12E WiFi Circuit (b) ESP8266-12E WiFi Control

(c) ESP8266-01 (d)Result IOT(Web Interface Node MCU ESP8266-12E)

Figures 20. Android Application Interface and Web using WIFI used in our system.
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Bluetooth System: Android Application Interface using Bluetooth that has been used in our
system with relays(for AC) (Figure 21 (a, b, c, d and e)).

(a) Bluetooth HC-05. (b) Arduino Bluetooth Control Device (c) Arduino Bluetooth Control

(d)Connects mobile and Bluetooth. (e)Setting the application. (e) Result the Bluetooth Section.

Figure 21. Android Application Interface using Bluetooth that has been used in our system.

Solar Tracker: In this section result of the project which is specific in (Figure 22).

Figure 22. Solar Tracker

4. CONCLUSION
Nowadays, technology has developed in so many ways. In this respect, smart homes could
be built considering the following important points:

1. Making sure they are strong and effective as well as being user friendly.
2. Considering security and safety aspects.
3. Making sure it costs little and is economic.
4. For the development of this project, the Solar Tracking generation of light is used to
save more energy.
5. Building in a way which leads to less energy consumption and is environmentally
friendly.
6. Making sure it is easy to develop as well as easy to mend.
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Smart home is able to connect a number of machines and sensors together and enables them
to work properly and automatically. It also facilitates its users, especially disabled people.

In this paper, Smart Home Security is considered, so as to be applied properly. It suggests

two different ways to connect it to internet, so that it can be used and observed from a
distance. This can be achieved through the web by using a PC, laptop, smart phone and
tablet after entering their special IP and connecting them together through WSN.

The paper also suggests using more than one type of wireless, such as IR, Bluetooth and
WiFi, in the same project.

In case of any unexpected incidents, such as strangers entering the house, the existence of
fire, smoke, CO2 gas, or gas exposure, etc. the project suggests building a relationship
between the smart home, its user and related parties through GSM.

The paper also focuses on protecting the environment, reducing electrical energy
consumption and avoiding the waste of water. These are the main points, as the mentioned
sources are among the main issues in our country as well as being the primary daily needs
that are not available these days.

It is recommended to develop this project and connect it to Face Recognition and Voice
Recognition, which aims to enhance the facility and provide more safety and security at the
same time.

It also considers children, patients and elderly people in order to provide them with better
care, by observing and watching their movement, safety, body temperature, heart beats, etc.
so that the system contacts the owner and ambulance services in any problematic situations.

Advantages of our System:

The implementation of a Smart House Application Using Wireless Sensor Networks was
managed successfully as it was user friendly and cost effective, because of better flexibility via an
android device through the web and a wider range of scalability. This system provided comfort,
authentication and security.

Future Recommendations
1. Each component is able to be tested before using them, especially the relays for safety
purposes.

2. Instead of WiFi, IR and Bluetooth modules, try LiFi technology which is 100 times faster
than WiFi and which amplifies the signal for working at a greater distance.
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AUTHORS
Ismail Asaad MOHAMMED
Nationality: Iraqi
Place of birth: Sulaimani-Iraq
Date of birth: 01 / 07 / 1972
Marital status: Married
Mobile: 00964(0)7701537418 - 00964(0)7501537418
E-mail: ismail.asaad@spu.edu.iq
ismailasaad1972@gmail.com

EDUCATION

2/2015 Started MSc (Master of Computer Engineering Department), Firat University, Elazig, Turkey.
9/2003 7/2007 Bachelor degree from Kirkuk University, College of Science, Computer Science Dep.
Iraq, Kirkuk.
9/2010 6/2012 Diploma, Institute of Sermon in Sulaimani, Iraq.
9/1991 6/1993 Diploma, Medical Institute. Institute of Technology in Mosul, Mosul, Iraq.
9/1988 6/1991 Higher School from Chamchammal Preparatory School, Sulaimani, Iraq.
9/1985 6/1987 Intermediate School, Ronaky Intermediate School, Sulaimani, Iraq.
9/1978 6/1984 Primary School, Chamchammal Primary School, Sulaimani, Iraq.

WORK EXPERIENCES
Volunteer as Assist. Doctor at faqya Merza health centre 8/1996-5/1997.
Assist. Doctor at Shahid Peshraw Hospital 5/1997-10/2010.
Visiting Teacher at Dukan Technical Institute (Practical Teaching). 10/2007 - 02/2013.
IT department decisions at Computer Science Institute 10/2012-07/2014.
Teacher Computer Science at Sardam Nongovernmental Computer Institute. 10/2013.
Assistant programmer at Sulaimani Polytechnic University 07/2014.

Erkan DUMAN
Nationality: Turk
Place of birth: Elazig - TURKEY
Date of birth: 02 / 02 / 1979
Marital status: Single
Mobile: 0090(0)533 660 4963
E-mail: erkanduman@firat.edu.tr
erkan_duman@hotmail.com
EDUCATION

2003 2010 PhD., Electric Electronic Engineering Department, Firat University, Elazig, TURKEY.
2001 2003 Master, Computer Engineering Department, Firat University, Elazig, TURKEY.
1997 2001 Undergraduate, Computer Engineering Department, Firat University, Elazig, TURKEY.

WORK EXPERIENCES
Research Assistant, Computer Engineering Department, Firat University, Elazig- TURKEY, 2001-
2011
Asst. Prof., Computer Engineering Department, Firat University, Elazig- TURKEY, 2011-2017